JANUARY Cyber Scam Newsletter
In this month's edition, we're raising awareness of Fake DPD Messages, Courier Fraud, Boradband Scams, and Malicious Software!
Young Adults often face different problems online
If you’re a young adult we have a section full of articles tailored to you.
Don’t let criminals pupset your Christmas!
Action Fraud is warning the public to make sure they’re not barking up the wrong tree this Christmas, as animal lovers have lost almost £2 million to fake pet adverts since March.
Action Fraud warns of new courier fraud tactic after receiving 120 reports in 24 hours
New alert from Action Fraud and the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB) about courier fraud.
Fake DPD messages lead to over £200,000 in losses since June
Action Fraud is warning the public to remain vigilant as victims report losing £242,000 to criminals purporting to be from parcel delivery company DPD since June.
Malicious email campaign purporting to be Subway delivers Trickbot malware
Malicious emails purporting to be from sandwich company Subway UK are being reported by multiple sources, including consumers and security researchers alike.
Over £2 million lost to criminals impersonating well-known broadband providers
New alert from Action Fraud and the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB) about computer software service fraud.
Competition and Markets Authority plans tailored rules for tech giants
The UK is set to issue Facebook, Google and the other tech giants sets of rules customised to each firm, and penalise them if they fail to obey.
Encrypted messaging puts children at risk, commissioner warns
Encryption of online messages could make it harder to police child abuse and grooming online, the children's commissioner for England has warned.
Donate to charities, not criminals, this Christmas
Cyber-warning for festive shoppers
Online Shoppers are being warned of the risks of cyber-fraud during the festive season.
Coronavirus: Hackers targeted Covid vaccine supply 'cold chain'
The international vaccine supply chain has been targeted by cyber-espionage, according to IBM.
How to watch out for scams as a coronavirus vaccine nears
Federal investigators have some tips to help people avoid being scammed in the coronavirus pandemic once a vaccine arrives and as treatments grow.